Navy Pier, Chicago River

Navy Pier and Chicago River host big fireworks shows to ring in New Year 2025
Navy Pier will host its annual New Year's Eve countdown and fireworks display – and this year's fireworks show will be longer than ever – while the city will host its own fireworks festival along the Chicago River.
Chicago celebrating the New Year's Eve with fireworks at Navy Pier and along the Chicago River
As Chicago prepares to ring in 2025, thousands are putting on their sparkly dresses and party hats and heading downtown to celebrate the new year.
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Two iconic fireworks shows will take place to ring in 2025 in Chicago, with one set to begin long before the clock strikes midnight.
From fireworks to ballroom galas, Chicago is ready to ring in New Year 2025
When the clock strikes midnight on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, there will be two opportunities to watch fireworks.
New Year's Eve: Chicago gets ready to ring in new year with fireworks along Riverwalk, Navy Pier
Chicago's New Year's Eve celebrations include a custom projection with Art on The Mart along the riverfront beginning at 10 p.m. with a fireworks display at midnight that can be viewed from six bridges along the Chicago River.
New Year’s Eve fireworks event on the Chicago River will welcome 2025
You can also catch a light show in the sky at midnight via Navy Pier's free fireworks display along the lakefront.
Chicago is all ready for a festive New Year's Eve, from fireworks to galas
There are parties across the area—whether one prefers outdoors, a rooftop, or a ballroom. And a night ahead of time, organizers were putting their final touches on the events. Jermont Terry reports.
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